ANYIRA BARNES
Middletown,CT
Summary
Compassionate and detail-oriented nursing student with hands-on clinical and patient care experience across pediatric, maternal, and adult populations. Strong background in patient communication, medication safety, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Nursing with a passion for maternal and infant mortality. Seeking opportunities to expand clinical expertise and contribute to high-quality patient care.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
ABA Therapist (Per Diem)
Somewhere Over the Spectrum
Berlin, CT
10.2022 - Current
- Implement individualized behavioral therapy plans for children ages 2-5
- Support development of communication, social, and coping skills
- Track patient progress and maintain accurate documentation
- Collaborate with caregivers and interdisciplinary teams to optimize outcomes
- Conduct functional behavior assessments to identify triggers and inform individualized intervention strategies.
- Utilize data analysis software to evaluate therapy effectiveness and adjust treatment plans accordingly.
- Develop visual aids and social stories to support skill acquisition and comprehension in clients.
- Implement crisis intervention techniques to address challenging behaviors while ensuring client safety.
Pharmacy Technician
CVS
Middletown, CT
03.2020 - Current
- Process and fill prescriptions accurately while ensuring compliance with safety and legal standards
- Maintain patient confidentiality and uphold HIPAA regulations
- Identify potential drug interactions and escalate concerns to pharmacists
- Manage insurance processing and patient medication records
- Serve as a primary point of contact for patients, providing education and support
- **Inventory Management:** Regularly monitor inventory levels to ensure medications and supplies are adequately stocked.
- **Training New Staff:** Train new pharmacy staff on operational procedures, safety standards, and customer service expectations.
- Answered incoming phone calls and addressed questions from customers and healthcare providers.
- Calculated dosage, filled prescriptions, and prepared prescription labels with absolute accuracy.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing
Arizona College of Nursing
Hartford, CT08-2026
Bachelor of Science in Allied Health Sciences - Allied Health Sciences
University of Connecticut
Storrs, CT08-2022
Skills
- Patient Care & ADLs
- Medication Safety
- Vital Signs & Assessment
- Communication & Patient Education
- Behavioral Therapy
- Electronic Health Records (EHR)
- Team Collaboration
- Time Management
- Data collection
Certification
- BLS CPR Certified
- Pharmacy Technician Certification (CT)
Interests
Maternal health, pediatric care, health equity, community outreach, fitness & wellness
CLINICAL EXPERIENCE
- Nursing Student – Clinical Rotations
- Performed patient assessments, including vital signs and head-to-toe evaluations
- Assisted with activities of daily living (ADLs) including bathing, feeding, and mobility support
- Participated in medication administration and safety checks under supervision
- Provided patient education on disease processes, medications, and discharge planning
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary healthcare teams to ensure patient-centered care
- Gained experience in pediatric, maternity, and adult health settings
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
- Assisted in wound care and dressing changes
- Experience with pediatric and school-based healthcare settings
- Volunteer work supporting community health initiatives
AWARDS
Honors/High Honors, Recognition from City of Bridgeport for NFTE State Finals
Timeline
ABA Therapist (Per Diem)
Somewhere Over the Spectrum
10.2022 - Current
Pharmacy Technician
CVS
03.2020 - Current
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - Nursing
Arizona College of Nursing
Bachelor of Science in Allied Health Sciences - Allied Health Sciences
University of Connecticut